Y. professor receives Ireland Fulbright grant

PROVO — Steven J. Hite, a professor of educational research theory and methodology at Brigham Young University, has received a Fulbright Distinguished Chair grant for the 2006-2007 school year.

Hite, the first professor of education from any institution of higher education in Utah to receive such an award, will spend a year mentoring faculty at the National College of Ireland in Dublin. He will specifically help in developing research capabilities and provide instruction in research methodology.

Hite is an associate in the Y.'s Office of Planning and Assessment. He received his doctorate from Harvard University and his master's and bachelor's degrees from BYU. The Fulbright Program allows participants chosen for their academic merit and leadership potential to work with international institutions through observation and the exchange of ideas.